Drought shrinks Mississippi -- and barge business Aug 24, 2012 12:23:47 GMT -5 Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by popcorn on Aug 24, 2012 12:23:47 GMT -5 Drought shrinks Mississippi -- and barge business The worst drought in 50 years is hitting the United States and proving a disaster for farmers, but also for those who rely on the Mississippi River to transport their goods.